Gemotions

“This house…” he murmured, the words barely audible. The air hung heavy with the scent of damp earth and something else, something indefinable, that gnawed at his senses. He slammed his fist against the wall, the impact sending a jarring shock through his arm. He couldn't seem to find any peace, anywhere.

His gaze flickered to the basement, a place he'd been avoiding. The darkness there seemed to beckon him. The concrete walls felt cold, the air heavy. He noticed a section that appeared to be newer than the rest of the foundation. He ran his hand over the bricks.

He discovered that one brick could be pushed in. He put his shoulder against it and pushed, and it caved in, revealing a dark hole and a musty smell. He dropped inside, and as the hole closed, there was a click and darkness.